2016 Dodge Challenger Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 15%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 16,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the engine of the 2016 Dodge Challenger, 15% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“About a week or two ago I remote started my vehicle with the factory remote starter. I entered the vehicle which was stationary, pushed the start button to complete the activation. The vehicle started and ran normally, about a minute or two later the vehicle idled roughly and shutoff, all the dashboard cluster lights and side mirror proximity lights came on. The push button was also illuminated in the run position. …”
NHTSA complaint #11098094, filed 2018-05, 19,000 miles“When I opened the cap of my coolant expansion tank, I noticed what looked like rust around the bottom of the cap. I inserted my finger into the tank and found rust inside the coolant. I brought the car to the Dodge dealership. They could not find any problems and claimed there was no rust. We went to the dealership and showed the cap to them. The dealer replaced the cap with an aftermarket cap. When I went to my mechanic for an oil change, he notified me that there seemed to be oil in my coolant. He proceeded to do a hydrocarbon test which resulted 483 ppm which was bad for emissions. …”
NHTSA complaint #11023568, filed 2017-09, 14,500 miles“2016 Dodge Challenger 392 engine. When shifting the manual transmission from second to third gear, there is a severe hesitation that lasts a few seconds. This hesitation is so severe that I have nearly been involved in 2 accidents. Once while turning left in front of on-coming traffic and once while trying to merge onto a highway. The engine loses all power for about 3-4 seconds before responding. This problem has also been reported by other owners on Challenger car forums on the internet. Problem has been identified on 2016 & 2017 models with manual transmission only. …”
NHTSA complaint #11054112, filed 2017-12, 16,000 miles“Chrysler maker of Dodge Challenger 2016 and other models and other years are aware of a major defect. The oil filter housing on many makes and models leak lots of oil. As of right now there are 40,000 of this part on back order. They leak oil over the top of the engine and transmission. The burning oil puts fumes in the car as you are driving. This can make you sleepy and the car can catch fire in the right environment. You cant take a picture of the part without removing the uper and lower intake. I sent a pic of the oil in my drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #11397787, filed 2021-02“The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a knocking and ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine lifters and rocker's arms were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 78,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11483510, filed 2022-09, 78,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10212290Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10230029May 11, 2021Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
- 10223257May 11, 2021Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
- 10180280Aug 27, 2020Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with updated software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)…
- 10180203Aug 1, 2020No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
- 10175712Apr 9, 2020Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10174189Mar 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10173339Feb 25, 2020Revised Emissions Recall UB4 Evaporative Emissions Canister
- 10169219Nov 1, 2019wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 9% |
| 2022 | 1 | 11% |
| 2021 | 3 | 16% |
| 2020 | 4 | 20% |
| 2019 | 8 | 14% |
| 2018 | 5 | 7% |
| 2017 | 5 | 10% |
| 2016 | 12 | 15% |
| 2015 | 26 | 20% |
| 2014 | 36 | 24% |
| 2013 | 27 | 15% |
| 2012 | 25 | 10% |
| 2011 | 23 | 12% |
| 2010 | 75 | 25% |
| 2009 | 26 | 20% |
| 2008 | 3 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2016 Dodge Challenger
16 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Dodge Challenger
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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